It’s interesting to learn about the different plans. I think SPS is going back late in January? Will they also give up a Spring break?
As some of you know, DA has a block schedule this year to de-density. I think some students & faculty really like it, while others don’t. The pro’s from this term: Students get to take more classes per year - at least 6 and sometimes more. You only have 2 courses to study for at a time. More time to immerse yourself each day in a subject and more time with you class. Here are the con’s: Very fast pace. Imagine an entire year of APChem or APUSH in 9 weeks. If you have APSpanish during the Fall term, you now have to figure out how to score well on the AP test in May. Yes - some of you don’t need to stress @ AP tests, but we do. Next, Kiddo felt that the material was just too rushed and not sticking to the ribs. It’s like the difference between taking a jet ski along the surface and scuba diving through material. There is a lot of work each night - and for Seniors, it meant cramming through accelerated courses and finishing college applications. Overall, I think my Kiddo enjoyed the block schedule - done with a couple of courses now and can move onto others. If you are from another school that did this schedule, please add your insights.